Damien Ellett

With 15 years of experience working with animals in the film industry, Damien is a seasoned professional in animal welfare and management. As the head of the animal team, he oversees the care and well-being of all animals on set, liaising closely with production teams to ensure safe and ethical handling. A lifelong reptile enthusiast, Damien has spent the last 30 years keeping and studying reptiles and other small animals. His expertise is backed by various snake handling and reptile husbandry courses, and he has personally hosted snake handling training for his team, ensuring they all work with the highest level of skill and safety. His extensive experience allows him to guide best practices for maintaining animal well-being in diverse environments.